By: Naneka A. Hoffman
Monrovia, March 31, 2025: The Grand Motif of Liberia is optimistic that the ongoing stalemate in the House of Representatives will end peacefully with the pending ruling of the Supreme Court of Liberia.
Sheik Abubakar Sumaworo says lawmakers at the House of Representatives will have to accept the Supreme Court’s decision because the Liberian people look to that institution as the right body to resolve constitutional matters.
Sheik Sumaworo’s optimism was contained in sermon marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan at Gurley Street Mosques in Monrovia on Sunday.
He cautioned members of the House of Representatives to work in unity to move the country forward, rather than spending precious times on legal dispute.
Meanwhile, the former Chairman of the National Muslim Council of Liberia says the prolongation of the conflict over the speakership is creating a negative image on the country.
Sheik Abdulai Massaley calls on members of the House of Representatives to put aside their selfish desire and put Liberia first by respecting rules governing the House.
He delivered the message after the sermon marking the end of Ramadan at Fatima Mosque in Clara Town on Sunday.
Sheik Massaley cautions members of the House of Representatives that they are losing respect of the Liberian people.
He notes that some members of the House have demonstrated that they are not good role models.
Muslims in Liberia celebrated Ramadan following a month-long fast and prayers, asking for God’s peace and blessings upon the nation.
